Hawarden Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

February 2026 marked a period of relative stability for Hawarden, with an overall crime rate of 4.2 per 1,000 residents—34.4% below the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000. This performance underscores a consistent pattern of lower-than-average crime rates in the built-up area of Flintshire, a trend that may reflect the area's smaller population and community-focused character. The most significant contributors to crime were violence and sexual offences (42% of total incidents), followed by anti-social behaviour (34%) and other theft (12%). While these figures highlight the persistent presence of violent crime, the rate of such offences in Hawarden is 22% below the UK average, suggesting local factors may mitigate some risks. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—likely contributed to the reduced prevalence of property crimes and vehicle-related offences. However, the rise in anti-social behaviour may indicate a need for targeted interventions in public spaces. The overall crime picture aligns with Hawarden's status as a relatively quiet, low-density built-up area, where community cohesion and limited commercial activity may naturally dampen crime rates. This contrast with the UK average highlights the importance of contextual factors in shaping local crime dynamics.

February 2026 saw a 200% surge in other theft, rising from 2 to 6 incidents—a sharp increase that may reflect seasonal shifts in retail activity or targeted crime patterns. Anti-social behaviour also rose sharply, increasing by 112.5% to 17 incidents, which suggests a potential link to colder weather encouraging more indoor gatherings or disruptions. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by two-thirds, aligning with the seasonal context of reduced outdoor activity and fewer opportunities for such crimes. Vehicle crime also dropped by two-thirds, likely due to fewer vehicles being left unattended in public spaces during winter. Violence and sexual offences remained 22% below the UK average, with 21 incidents recorded—highlighting a persistent divergence from national trends in this category. These shifts illustrate how local factors can influence crime patterns independently of broader regional trends.

Hawarden's crime rate in February 2026 rose by 8.9% compared to January, moving from 3.8 to 4.2 per 1,000 residents. While this reflects a slight upward trend, the area remains 34.4% below the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000. On a daily basis, 2 crimes were reported in Hawarden over the 28 days of February—a figure that may resonate more intuitively with local residents than aggregate rates. When scaled to the population, this translates to one reported crime for every 239 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate, while showing a small increase, remains significantly lower than the UK average, suggesting that Hawarden's crime profile continues to diverge from national patterns. The population context reinforces that even with the 8.9% rise, the number of incidents per resident remains modest compared to larger, more densely populated areas.